MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Asteroid hyalosis is a degenerative condition of the eye involving small white opacities in the vitreous humor. It is known to occur in humans, dogs, cats, horses, and chinchillas.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vitreous degeneration results in dark specks, floaters seen as small moving dots or wispy dark spots or lines, or flashing lights. The final stage of vitreous degeneration develops when the vitreous completely separates from the retina, known as a posterior vitreous detachment or PVD.

Detailed explanation-3: -In most cases, vitreous degeneration does not affect eyesight, but certainly may be annoying. There is no good treatment for removing the floaters. Surgery to remove the vitreous gel from the eye is reserved for more serious problems, like a detached retina.